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What’s Next for the Wilson College Class of 2024?

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A line of models walks down the runway, with the audience visible in the background. All models wear bright shiny fabrics with floral details.

Jun 28, 2024

NC State Seniors Design What’s Next in Fashion, Fiber Art, Home Textiles

Graduating seniors from the Wilson College of Textiles' fashion and textile design program launch their capstone collections. 
Jeana Grace Bowker

Jun 25, 2024

Jeana Grace Bowker ’24 is Fashioning the Future: Her Journey as an Inaugural Textile Pioneer Scholar

What started as a fun hobby has evolved into Jeana Grace Bowker designing full-fledged fashion collections, thanks to the textiles knowledge she gleaned and her life-changing scholarship. This spring, she became one of the first four Textile Pioneer Scholars to graduate from the Wilson College of Textiles. 
Alex Hutchens standing, wearing a graduation cap and gown

Jun 25, 2024

Alex Hutchens ’24 is Creating a Future Brimming With Success: Her Journey as an Inaugural Textile Pioneer Scholar

Her expertise in brand management, combined with the vital connections she made through networking, landed Alex Hutchens multiple coveted internships during her time at the Wilson College of Textiles. This spring, she became one of the first four Textile Pioneer Scholars to graduate from the Wilson College of Textiles. 
Emma Meyer-Medina standing, wearing a graduation cap and gown

Jun 25, 2024

Emma Myer-Medina ’24 is Driven by Curiosity and Discovery: Her Path as an Inaugural Textile Pioneer Scholar

As a first-generation college graduate, Emma Myer-Medina proudly credits her Glen Raven Textile Pioneer Scholarship for giving her the confidence to follow her passions. This spring, she became one of the first four Textile Pioneer Scholars to graduate from the Wilson College of Textiles. 
Leah Reid standing, wearing a graduation cap and gown

Jun 25, 2024

Leah Reid ’24 is Leading with Purpose and Vision: Her Journey as an Inaugural Textile Pioneer Scholar

As a natural-born leader, Leah Reid hit the ground running after enrolling at NC State — never turning down opportunities to join new organizations or connect with inspiring mentors. This spring, she became one of the first four Textile Pioneer Scholars to graduate from the Wilson College of Textiles. 
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Jun 20, 2024

Dylan Dixon Dives in Bonaire, Adventures Beyond the Classroom 

Fashion and textile management student Dylan Dixon spent his spring semester working on a coral restoration project abroad.  
A graphic design shows an image of Madigan Petri in a lab coat and safety glasses on the right and the text "Research: Greener Dyes" on the left.

Jun 17, 2024

Researching Sustainable Dyes for College Credit at NC State

The independent research course for polymer and color chemistry students provides a unique opportunity for them to tailor coursework to their interests.  
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May 31, 2024

Senior Design Students Partner Directly with Industry Leaders, Including Under Armour and Hanesbrands

Textile engineering and textile technology students at the Wilson College of Textiles collaborate to solve industry challenges related to sustainability, performance textiles and much more. 
Anna Stuffelbeam stitches red thread into a white piece of cloth.

May 6, 2024

Wilson College Student Places Second in Nextile Competition

The Soy in Textile Design Challenge promotes the use of sustainable textiles in design. 
Lilly Barozzini graduates

May 3, 2024

What’s Next for the Wilson College Class of 2024?

From landing their dream jobs to enrolling in top graduate programs, see where a Textiles education is taking our newest alumni.